Straight Track Dip Track Demonstration

 

This demonstration is about average velocity.

Straight Track Dip Track       

Used in Lab:

This  item is NOT used in lab experiments.

Equipment:

  • Straight track and dip track             Location: Demo Rm over shelf Q
  • Lab jacks                                         Location: Demo Rm Shelf W
  • Balls                                                Location: Demo Rm Shelf U

Setup Instructions:

  • Prop the tracks up on lab jacks
  • Push the balls with equal force down the tracks

Apparatus Notes:

These have too much friction, and the dip track ball usually does not make it to the end.


Safety Information: None.
JHA